Hyosung Supercap vs Vespa LX 50 (2008)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHyosung SupercapVespa LX 50
Model year20082008
Price$3,199
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight74 kg102 kg
Fuel capacity1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-11

Hyosung Supercap vs Vespa LX 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hyosung Supercap and the Vespa LX 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hyosung Supercap brings its published horsepower in a 74 kg package, 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: