| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4-cylinder, 606cc (37.2 cu in), 4-stroke, water-cooled, inclined 45° |
| Bore: 54.4 mm (2.15 in), Stroke: 65 mm (2.56 in) | |
| Compression Ratio: 9.5:1 | |
| 4-carburetor, DOHC, pressure oil pump lubricated roller bearing crankshaft journals | |
| Performance | Power: 57 ps @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque: 5.2 kg-m (37.6 ft-lb) @ 5,500 rpm | |
| Maximum Speed: 145 kph (90 mph) | |
| Fuel Consumption: 15 km/liter (42.3 mi/imp gal, 35.5 mi/US gal) with 2 passengers at 100 kph | |
| Turning Radius: 4.3 meters (14.1 feet) | |
| Transmission | Floor shift, 4 speeds forward, 1 reverse |
| Synchromesh on 2nd, 3rd, and top gear | |
| Gear Ratios: | |
| – Top: 1.091 | |
| – 3rd: 1.43 | |
| – 2nd: 2.19 | |
| – Low & Reverse: 3.89 | |
| Dimensions | Overall Length: 3,300 mm (130 in) |
| Overall Width: 1,400 mm (55.1 in) | |
| Overall Height: 1,200 mm (47.3 in) | |
| Wheelbase: 2,000 mm (79 in) | |
| Front Track: 1,150 mm (45.3 in), Rear Track: 1,228 mm (44.4 in) | |
| Road Clearance: 160 mm (6.3 in) | |
| Curb Weight: 715 kg (1,576 lbs) | |
| Steering | Rack and pinion |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 liters (7.7 imp gal, 9.2 US gal) |
| Suspension | Front: Wishbone, ball joint, torsion bar with hydraulic double-action telescopic shock absorbers |
| Rear: Coil springs with hydraulic single-action telescopic shock absorbers | |
| Brakes | Service: Hydraulic 4-wheel internal expanding with one leading and one trailing shoe |
| Parking: Mechanically operated on rear wheels | |
| Braking Distance: 12 meters (39.4 ft) at 50 kph (31 mph) | |
| Electrical | Battery: 12 volt, 35 ampere-hour |
| Head Lamps: 12 volt, 50 watt/40 watt | |
| Standard Equipment | Whitewall tires, Wooden rim steering wheel, Parking brake warning light, 2-speed windshield wiper |
| Rearview mirrors on both front fenders, Wind deflector, Steering wheel lock | |
| Safety belt anchors, Passenger hand grip, Windshield washer, Spare tire, Jack, Tool kit | |
| Auxiliary mufflers | |
| Optional Equipment | Radiator shutter, Spare tire cover, Passenger door lock, Side sill protector |
| Glove compartment lock, Adjustable passenger seat, Backing lamps (R&L), Inspection lamp | |
| Room light door switch, Cigarette lighter, Radio, Tonneau cover, Safety belts | |
| Passenger sun visor, Deluxe floor mat, Center arm rest, Heater, Rear luggage carrier, Hardtop | |
| Notes | The manufacturer reserves the right to make alterations without notice before delivery. |
This table highlights the meticulous engineering and thoughtful design that defined the Honda S600, showcasing its blend of performance, compactness, and innovative features.