Aprilia Sonic 50 vs Kymco People (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Sonic 50stacks up against the Kymco People. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Sonic 50Kymco People
Model year20082008
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight73 kg96 kg
Seat height30 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. caliper with two opposing Ø 32 mm pistonsSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-10 / 100/90-10 80/80-16 / 100/80-16

Aprilia Sonic 50 vs Kymco People — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Sonic 50 and the Kymco People usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Sonic 50 brings its published horsepower in a 73 kg package, while the Kymco People counters with 3 hp at 96 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: