Vespa Settantesimo vs Sym Citycom S 300i CBS (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa Settantesimostacks up against the Sym Citycom S 300i CBS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVespa SettantesimoSym Citycom S 300i CBS
Model year20172015
Price
Engine278 cc278 cc
Horsepower21 hp21 hp
Torque22 Nm28 Nm
Weight158 kg187 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Hydraulic.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Hydraulic.Single disc
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 120/70-16 / 140/70-16

Vespa Settantesimo vs Sym Citycom S 300i CBS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa Settantesimo and the Sym Citycom S 300i CBS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa Settantesimo brings 21 hp in a 158 kg package, while the Sym Citycom S 300i CBS counters with 21 hp at 187 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: