Vespa LX 50 vs Peugeot TKR 50 RCup (2008)

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

Spec comparison

SpecVespa LX 50Peugeot TKR 50 RCup
Model year20082008
Price$3,199$2,059
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight102 kg81 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake). Shuricane
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-11 120/90-10 / 130/90-10

Vespa LX 50 vs Peugeot TKR 50 RCup — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa LX 50 and the Peugeot TKR 50 RCup usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa LX 50 brings 4 hp in a 102 kg package, while the Peugeot TKR 50 RCup counters with its own power figure at 81 kg. On price, the Peugeot TKR 50 RCup 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: