Gilera Runner SP 50 vs Kymco People 50 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Gilera Runner SP 50stacks up against the Kymco People 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGilera Runner SP 50Kymco People 50
Model year20122012
Price$1,999
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque5 Nm
Weight96 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic with Ø 220 mm stainless steel discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic with Ø 175 mm stainless steel discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-14 / 140/60-13 70/90-17 / 80/90-17

Gilera Runner SP 50 vs Kymco People 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Gilera Runner SP 50 and the Kymco People 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Gilera Runner SP 50 brings 4 hp, while the Kymco People 50 counters with its own power figure at 96 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: