Lifan CSIII vs Italika DT 50Clasica (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lifan CSIIIstacks up against the Italika DT 50Clasica. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLifan CSIIIItalika DT 50Clasica
Model year20202020
Price
Engine149 cc149 cc
Horsepower12 hp14 hp
Torque10 Nm13 Nm
Weight120 kg98 kg
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3-18 2.5-18 / 3-18

Lifan CSIII vs Italika DT 50Clasica — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lifan CSIII and the Italika DT 50Clasica usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lifan CSIII brings 12 hp in a 120 kg package, while the Italika DT 50Clasica counters with 14 hp at 98 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: