S50
| Also called | Prince Skyline |
|---|---|
| Production | 1963–1968 114,238 units sold |
| Assembly | Musashimurayama, Japan |
| Body style | 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Engine | 1.5 L G-1 OHV I4 (S50) 2.0 L G-7 OHC I6 (S54) 1.5 L G15 OHC I4 (S57) |
| Transmission | 3-speed, 4-speed and 5-speed manual 2-speed automatic called "Space Flow" |
| Wheelbase | 2,590 mm (102.0 in) |
| Length | 4,255 mm (167.5 in) |
| Width | 1,495 mm (58.9 in) |
| Height | 1,410 mm (55.5 in) |
| Related | Prince Skyway Prince Miler |
| Designer(s) | Shinichiro Sakurai |
In 1961 Fuji Precision Industries changed its name to Prince after the 1954 merger, and the S50 series was launched, which like its predecessor, came in sedan and wagon bodystyles. This was the second generation car, and became one of the more desirable cars in Japan. It was powered by the G-1 engine, a 70 hp (52 kW) version of the old GA-4. A 1862 cc engine was also available, delivering 91 hp (68 kW). The S50 series were available with a 3-speed column shift transmission or a 4-speed floor shift transmission, as well as a 4-door sedan (S50) or a 5-door wagon (W50). Three models of the S50 were built: S50E (1962–1965), S50E-2 (1965–1966), and S50E-3 (1967). All three used the same engines.
Externally, this generation was installed with round brake lights and integrated tail lights, with a centrally installed turn signal, similar in appearance to the Ford Galaxie of 1960.
The S50 was further developed with new styling for 1963, and was sold in some markets with an A150 designation. The S50 was also sold as the A190D, which was equipped with a diesel engine.
In 1966, Nissan and Prince merged and the S50 also appeared with Nissan Prince Skyline badging. This model lasted in production through 1967. In 1967, the S50E-3 was introduced. It was sold as Prince Skyline, Prince A150, PMC A150, or Nissan A150.
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