Aprilia SportCity 50 vs Kreidler Vabene 50 (2013)

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

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia SportCity 50Kreidler Vabene 50
Model year20132013
Price$2,099$1,399
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Weight99 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with twin piston floating caliperSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-14 / 120/70-14 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Aprilia SportCity 50 vs Kreidler Vabene 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia SportCity 50 and the Kreidler Vabene 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia SportCity 50 brings its published horsepower, while the Kreidler Vabene 50 counters with 3 hp at 99 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: