Datsun 100A

The Datsun 100A is an export variant of first generation the Datsun Cherry (E10) 1.0 L. It is a subcompact front-wheel-drive car manufactured by Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Company from 1970 to 1977.

The Datsun 100A has four body styles: two-door and four-door sedan, three-door hatchback, and two-door coupe.

Datsun 100A was equipped with 1.0 L Straight-four engine A10. The engine cylinder bore was 73.0 mm and piston stroke was 59.0 mm. Compression ratio rating was 8.5:1. The A10 on Datsun 100A produced 58 HP (43 kW, 58 PS) of horsepower and 79.5 Nm (59 ft-lb) of torque.

Engine Specifications

Datsun 100A (E10) 1.0 L Engine Specifications
Engine code	A10
Layout	Four stroke, Inline-4 (Straight-4)
Fuel type	Gasoline (petrol)
Displacement	1.0L, 988 cc (60.3 cu in)
Cylinder block alloy	Cast iron
Cylinder bore	73.0 mm (2.87 in)
Piston stroke	59.0 mm (2.32 in)
Compression ratio	8.5:1
Valve Arrangement:	SOHC, chain drive
Valves:	8 (2 valves per cylinder)
Intake valve timing:	Open: 12° B.T.D.C. Close: 48° A.T.D.C.
Exhaust valve timing:	Open: 50° B.T.D.C. Close: 10° A.T.D.C.
Intake valve head diameter:	37.0 mm (1.457 in)
Exhaust valve head diameter:	30.0 mm (1.181 in)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Power output	58 HP (43 kW, 58 PS)
Torque output	79.5 Nm (59 ft-lb)
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Engine weight	91.5 kg (210.5 kg)

Top speed and fuel consumption

Top speed and Fuel consumption
Top speed	136-140 km/h (85-87 mph)
Fuel consumption (city)	–
Fuel consumption (highway)	–
Fuel consumption (combined 50/50)	–

Maintenance data

Valve clearance (Cold)
Intake valve	0.25 mm (0.0098 in)
Exhaust valve	0.25 mm (0.0098 in)
Valve clearance (Hot)
Intake valve	0.35 mm (0.0138 in)
Exhaust valve	0.35 mm (0.0138 in)
Compression pressure
Standard	12.7 kg/m² (181 psi) / 350 rpm
Minimun	10.0 kg/m² (142 psi) / 350 rpm
Oil system
Oil consumption , L/1000 km (qt. per miles)	up to 0.5 (1 qt. per 1200 miles)
Recommended engine oil	5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30, 10W-40
Engine oil capacity (Refill capacity)	Max.level 3.2 l (3.4 qt.) Min.level 2.2 l (2.4 qt.)
Oil change interval, km (miles)	5,000-10,000 (3,000-6,000)

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