Sachs SpeedJet vs Vespa LX 50 2T (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sachs SpeedJetstacks up against the Vespa LX 50 2T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSachs SpeedJetVespa LX 50 2T
Model year20132013
Price$1,199
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight87 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Wave diskSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 110/70-11 / 120/70-10

Sachs SpeedJet vs Vespa LX 50 2T — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sachs SpeedJet and the Vespa LX 50 2T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sachs SpeedJet brings 4 hp in a 87 kg package, while the Vespa LX 50 2T counters with 3 hp.

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: