Overview
1970 Datsun 510 appears on the official Forza Horizon 6 car list as a D Class (entry-level pace) entry in the base roster. This page covers how it tends to drive in its class, where it fits inside the Japan setting, how to think about a starting tune, and which roster entries it naturally compares against.
Background and Forza Horizon 6 context
The 1970 Datsun 510 became an icon in the compact car segment, known for its blend of performance and practicality. With its rear-wheel-drive layout and well-tuned suspension, it excelled in motorsport, particularly in SCCA racing, where it gained a dedicated following. The 510's design and engineering laid the groundwork for future Datsun models, solidifying its status in automotive history. On the official Forza Horizon 6 car list this 1970 Datsun entry sits in the D Class (entry-level pace) bracket inside the base roster, which is the placement players come to this page expecting to confirm against the public source. Inside the same D Class (entry-level pace) bracket, the closest comparison roster entries for players are 1968 Abarth 595 esseesse and 1980 Abarth Fiat 131, which is the D Class (entry-level pace) peer group this car is usually weighed against. The JDM tag fits the wider Japanese setting of Forza Horizon 6, where this make tends to be a focal point of cruise lobbies and theme nights.
Driving feel in Forza Horizon 6
510 was Datsun's response to the BMW 2002 — a four-door sedan with independent rear suspension and the L16 1.6 four-cylinder making 96hp. In D-class events on Japan's mountain routes the IRS rear and rear-driven layout make it noticeably more capable than period rivals on the same chassis; SCCA road racing history is part of the 510's reputation.
Where it shines
Use D class entries for the lowest tier of road races, learning loops, scenic photo runs, and casual lobbies where players are picking starter cars.
Tuning starting point
Tuning at this tier is mostly about tire pressure, brake balance and gearing. A small differential adjustment can already change the car a lot.
How to get 1970 Datsun 510
This car is listed without an add-on label on the official Forza Horizon 6 source, so we treat it as part of the base roster. Forza Horizon 6 launches on May 19, 2026, and before that date the public Autoshow may not surface every base-roster car yet — players asking 'how do I get this car, it is not in the Autoshow?' on Reddit or the Forza forums usually find the answer is 'wait for launch day or a post-launch update'. After launch, base-roster cars are normally available through credits in the Autoshow, Wheelspins, Festival Playlist rewards, or the in-game showcase that introduces new vehicles.
