Hot Wheels Line of Datsuns Over the Years
Jane Lu
· 3 min read
Since Mattel released the first die-cast miniature toy car in 1968, it has continued to fascinate toy lovers and collectors alike with its Hot Wheels toys.
Over the years, the toymaker has gained licenses from multiple car manufacturers to create miniature versions of their popular vehicles. Some of the cars in the Hot Wheel line are Datsun wagons, pickups, and
impressive coupes
.Datsun has a collection of nostalgic
classic cars
in miniature form that car enthusiasts and collectors might be interested in purchasing. Let's explore some of the coolest die-cast Datsuns featured on the Hot Wheels Wiki
.
Datsun Bluebird 510 Wagon
According to
510ForSale
, the Datsun 510 wagon is the most popular body type of the model. These vehicles were produced between 1968 to 1973. The '71 Bluebird 510 Wagon offered lots of cargo space, bullet-style side-view mirrors, and more room for passengers. The die-cast version has been released in several variations since 2013 with different paint colors, graphics, and other features. It first debuted in the “Hot Wheels Boulevard” series.
Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z is a name given to the Nissan S30 model. This model has changed names over the years and sold as the 260Z and 280Z. It was produced between 1970 and 1973 and sold around the globe.
It runs on a 2,393 cc, single overhead camshaft engine that can deliver 151 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated with a four or five-speed manual transmission. Later releases of the model came with a three-speed automatic transmission.
The Datsun 240Z body has a unique elongated hood that slants at the front and a short, steep trunk. It also has a small grille and a low profile that gives it a coupe look. You will also find chrome accents on the wheel cap, side mirrors, and door handles.
The die-cast version debuted in 2006 and was designed by Phil Riehlman for the “2006 First Editions” series.
Datsun 620
The Datsun 620 was a compact truck that was built by Nissan from 1972 to 1979.
According to
Datsun Trucks
, earlier models were powered by an L16 engine that delivers 96 horsepower. Later models used L18 and L20 engines that provide 100 and 110 horsepower respectively. Its top speed was 87 mph.The miniature Datsun 620 was released the most recently out of the three die-cast cars listed, in 2014, as part of the “Hot Trucks” series.
What is the most popular die-cast Datsun car?
Mattel has never released data to show the most popular Datsun miniature car. However, based on the popularity of each model, the Datsun 240Z coupe and the 620 pickup might be the most sought after. Some Datsun models released later, such as the 1982 Datsun 200SX that ran on a 2-liter NAPS-Z engine, are also popular.
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