Piaggio Ciao vs Honda Smart Dio Z4 (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio Ciaostacks up against the Honda Smart Dio Z4. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio CiaoHonda Smart Dio Z4
Model year20062006
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower45 hp
Torque5 Nm
Weight40 kg77 kg
Fuel capacity0.7 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)

Piaggio Ciao vs Honda Smart Dio Z4 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio Ciao and the Honda Smart Dio Z4 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio Ciao brings its published horsepower in a 40 kg package, while the Honda Smart Dio Z4 counters with 45 hp at 77 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: