1965 Skyline 1500 Deluxe

December 18th, 2009 by NZPC

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The second-generation Skyline was launched in November 1963. Intended to be a true owner’s car, its design was based on a brand new concept, the complete opposite of the American styling of the large first-generation cars. The advanced, functional styling proved very popular, and TV commercials promoting the maintenance-free “sealed engine” attracted much interest.

Overall length / width / height
4,100/1,495/1,435mm
Wheelbase
2,390mm
Tread (front/rear)
1,255/1,235mm
Curb weight
960kg
Engine
G1 (4-cyl. in line, OHV)
EngineDisplacement
1,484cc
EngineMax. power
51kW (70PS)/4,800rpm
EngineMax. torque
113Nm (11.5kgm)/3,600rpm
Tires
5.60-13-4PR
Top speed
135km/h (140km/h)
Model NumberS50