Hartford Classic S 250i vs Benelli 250 Sport (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hartford Classic S 250istacks up against the Benelli 250 Sport. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHartford Classic S 250iBenelli 250 Sport
Model year20201984
Price$3,590
Engine223 cc231 cc
Horsepower19 hp27 hp
Torque17 Nm
Weight132 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSExpanding brake
Tires3.50-18 / 4.00-18 3.00-18 / 3.25-18

Hartford Classic S 250i vs Benelli 250 Sport — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hartford Classic S 250i and the Benelli 250 Sport usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hartford Classic S 250i brings 19 hp in a 132 kg package, while the Benelli 250 Sport counters with 27 hp.

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: