Derbi GP1 Racing 50 vs Vespa LX 50 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Derbi GP1 Racing 50stacks up against the Vespa LX 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDerbi GP1 Racing 50Vespa LX 50
Model year20072008
Price$3,199
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight102 kg
Fuel capacity1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Ventilated diskSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Ventilated discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-11

Derbi GP1 Racing 50 vs Vespa LX 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Derbi GP1 Racing 50 and the Vespa LX 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Derbi GP1 Racing 50 brings its published horsepower, while the Vespa LX 50 counters with 4 hp at 102 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: