Kreidler Vabene 50 vs Vespa LX 50 4V (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kreidler Vabene 50stacks up against the Vespa LX 50 4V. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKreidler Vabene 50Vespa LX 50 4V
Model year20132013
Price$1,399$3,399
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight99 kg102 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 110/70-11 / 120/70-10

Kreidler Vabene 50 vs Vespa LX 50 4V — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kreidler Vabene 50 and the Vespa LX 50 4V usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kreidler Vabene 50 brings 3 hp in a 99 kg package, while the Vespa LX 50 4V counters with 4 hp at 102 kg. On price, the Kreidler Vabene 50 has the lower MSRP.

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: