Lambretta LI 150 Series 1 vs Lambretta LD 150 series 1 (1959)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lambretta LI 150 Series 1stacks up against the Lambretta LD 150 series 1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLambretta LI 150 Series 1Lambretta LD 150 series 1
Model year19591957
Price
Engine148 cc148 cc
Horsepower7 hp6 hp
Weight105 kg88 kg
Fuel capacity1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-10 / 3.50-10

Lambretta LI 150 Series 1 vs Lambretta LD 150 series 1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lambretta LI 150 Series 1 and the Lambretta LD 150 series 1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lambretta LI 150 Series 1 brings 7 hp in a 105 kg package, while the Lambretta LD 150 series 1 counters with 6 hp at 88 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: