Derbi Variant 50 vs Hyosung QT50 (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Derbi Variant 50stacks up against the Hyosung QT50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDerbi Variant 50Hyosung QT50
Model year20182017
Price$1,099
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Weight99 kg85 kg
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 3.50-10 / 3.50-10

Derbi Variant 50 vs Hyosung QT50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Derbi Variant 50 and the Hyosung QT50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Derbi Variant 50 brings its published horsepower in a 99 kg package, while the Hyosung QT50 counters with 3 hp at 85 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: