Piaggio Zip 50 vs Kymco Super 8 50
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Piaggio Zip 50
Kymco Super 8 50
Horsepower (hp)
2.2 hp
3.5 hp
Torque (Nm)
2.5 Nm
4.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
45 km/h
45 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
79 kg
97 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
2.2 hp @ 7,500 rpm (2T restricted version; note: estimate for 4T variant is approximately 3.0 hp)
~3.5 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated; Kymco does not always publish official figures for 50cc models)
Torque
2.5 Nm @ 5,500 rpm (note: best estimate; official figures vary by year and variant)
~4.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
45 km/h (restricted EU version; unrestricted approximately 60 km/h)
~45 km/h (speed-limited for 50cc class; derestricted ~60 km/h — estimate)
Weight
79 kg (wet/curb weight, 2T version; 4T version approximately 95 kg)
~97 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.0 L/100km or ~50 km/L (typical real-world average)
~1.8 L/100km or ~55 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Piaggio Zip 50
6.5/10
"A charming city tool if you buy carefully and inspect thoroughly."
Pros
+Solid Italian build quality
+Simple two-stroke mechanics
+Nimble in traffic
Cons
−Neglect is rampant used
−Limited top speed
−Thirsty variator eats rollers
Kymco Super 8 50
6.5/10
"Competent city scooter if bought carefully and ridden appropriately."
Pros
+Solid Kymco build quality
+Cheap parts, easy service
+Smooth automatic transmission
Cons
−35mph ceiling is dangerous
−Neglected maintenance very common
−Resale value drops fast