Japan vs Japan — 1991 vs 1963
| Beat | S600 S800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 64 hp | 70 hp |
| Torque | 44 lb-ft | 47 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 791 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 13.5 sec | 13.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 84 mph | 100 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 19.5 sec | 19.0 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,280 mm | 2,000 mm |
| Length | 3,295 mm | 3,335 mm |
| Units Produced | 33,600 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $20,000 | $80,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1991 Honda Beat brings better value to the table, and the 1963 Honda S600 S800 answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Honda has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1991 Honda Beat with the 1963 Honda S600 S800 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1991 Honda Beat producing 64 hp and the 1963 Honda S600 S800 delivering 70 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Honda Beat uses a Inline-3 SOHC 12V displacing 656 cc, while the Honda S600 relies on a Inline-4 DOHC 16V with 791 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1963 Honda S600 S800 edges ahead at 13.5 seconds versus 13.5 seconds. On the collector market, the 1963 Honda S600 S800 commands a significant premium over the 1991 Honda Beat, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.