Vespa S 50 4V vs Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa S 50 4Vstacks up against the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVespa S 50 4VKreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50
Model year20132013
Price$3,299$1,599
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Weight96 kg91 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Wave disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. Wave disc
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-10 130/60-13 / 130/60-13

Vespa S 50 4V vs Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa S 50 4V and the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa S 50 4V brings its published horsepower in a 96 kg package, while the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 50 counters with 3 hp at 91 kg. On price, the Kreidler Galactica 2.0 RC 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: