Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition vs Piaggio NRG Power DD (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Editionstacks up against the Piaggio NRG Power DD. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Scarabeo 50 Special EditionPiaggio NRG Power DD
Model year20112011
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires80/80-16 / 90/80-16

Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition vs Piaggio NRG Power DD — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition and the Piaggio NRG Power DD usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Special Edition brings its published horsepower, while the Piaggio NRG Power DD counters with 4 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: