In 1938 Japan was already at war in China. The rugged and very economical Datsun was hugely popular. The exterior was not much different to that of the “16″, but a thick vertical bar in middle of the front grille distinguished it. As cotton and wool were scarce, the cabin interior had a very simple finish. The 722cc engine was a side valve (SV) design.
Overall length |
3,187mm |
| Overall width |
1,190mm |
| Wheelbase |
2,005mm |
| Curb weight |
630kg |
| Engine |
Type 7 (4-cyl. in line, SV), 722cc |
| EngineMax. power |
12kW (16PS)/3,600rpm |
| Seating capacity |
4 |
| Top speed |
80km/h |
| Model number | 17 |
