Jincheng JC 50 Q-5 vs Malaguti RST 50 (2004)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Jincheng JC 50 Q-5stacks up against the Malaguti RST 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecJincheng JC 50 Q-5Malaguti RST 50
Model year20041990
Price
Engine50 cc50 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Weight72 kg
Fuel capacity0.6 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires120/80-16

Jincheng JC 50 Q-5 vs Malaguti RST 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Jincheng JC 50 Q-5 and the Malaguti RST 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Jincheng JC 50 Q-5 brings 3 hp in a 72 kg package, while the Malaguti RST 50 counters with its own power figure.

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: