Ariel LH 200 Colt vs Zündapp Norma Luxsus Db234 (1959)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ariel LH 200 Coltstacks up against the Zündapp Norma Luxsus Db234. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAriel LH 200 ColtZündapp Norma Luxsus Db234
Model year19591955
Price
Engine197 cc198 cc
Horsepower10 hp9 hp
Weight123 kg
Fuel capacity2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-19 / 2.75-19 3-19 / 3-19

Ariel LH 200 Colt vs Zündapp Norma Luxsus Db234 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ariel LH 200 Colt and the Zündapp Norma Luxsus Db234 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ariel LH 200 Colt brings 10 hp in a 123 kg package, while the Zündapp Norma Luxsus Db234 counters with 9 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: