Sym Symphony 150 vs Kymco People S 150
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Sym Symphony 150 vs Kymco People S 150. Sym Symphony 150: ~10.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated) hp, ~115 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated) weight, top speed ~110 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Kymco People S 150: 11.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated) hp, 118 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Sym Symphony 150
Kymco People S 150
Horsepower (hp)
10.5 hp
11.5 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
12.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
115 kg
118 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
~10.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
11.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
Torque
~11.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
12.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
~110 km/h (estimated)
110 km/h (estimated)
Weight
~115 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated)
118 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (estimated typical real-world average)
2.2 L/100km or approximately 45 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Sym Symphony 150
7.0/10
"A dependable urban workhorse that rewards sensible buyers over thrill-seekers."
Pros
+Reliable Taiwanese build quality
+Excellent real-world fuel economy
+Smooth, predictable CVT transmission
Cons
−Rear shock deteriorates quickly
−Parts scarce outside dealer network
−Zero excitement above 60mph
Kymco People S 150
7.0/10
"The sensible used buy that won't embarrass your wallet."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine reliability
+Exceptional real-world fuel economy
+Generous underseat storage space
Cons
−CVT neglect is common
−Plastic panels crack easily
−Parts sourcing can frustrate
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