MBK Nitro vs Vespa LX 50 Navy (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MBK Nitrostacks up against the Vespa LX 50 Navy. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | MBK Nitro | Vespa LX 50 Navy |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Horsepower | 3 hp | 4 hp |
| Torque | 4 Nm | 4 Nm |
| Weight | 97 kg | 98 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 1.5 L | 2.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 130/60-13 / 140/60-13 | 110/70-11 / 120/70-10 |
MBK Nitro vs Vespa LX 50 Navy — which should you buy?
Picking between the MBK Nitro and the Vespa LX 50 Navy usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MBK Nitro brings 3 hp in a 97 kg package, while the Vespa LX 50 Navy counters with 4 hp at 98 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: