Spec Comparo: Mahindra Gusto 125 vs Suzuki Access vs Honda Activa 125 vs Piaggio Vespa 125 SXL

Team OD Updated: January 19, 2016, 12:34 PM IST

Mahindra has just revealed the new Gusto 125. It is lighter than the 110cc Gusto, by about 4-5 kg and features the same engine base that has been bored out to displace the additional ccs. Design wise, it looks similar to the smaller capacity Gusto but features a new, super loud, dual tone paint scheme. The 12-inch steel wheels are blacked out too in order to differentiate the Gusto 125 from its sibling. Does it have the right credentials to challenge the competition then?

Mahindra Gusto 125 (15)

While we wait to carry out a full blown comparison test, here's how the new 125cc scooter fares against its contenders based on spec sheets.

Suzuki Access Being Human special edition

The Suzuki Access 125 has established itself as a fun little scooter. Its punchy power delivery, stable suspension and Suzuki's build quality has helped it gain popularity with those who seek more performance than the average scooter. The Access though has been around for quite some time and it's about time Suzuki offers alloy wheels and a disc brake up front to keep it relevant.

Activa 125 road test 9

A lot was expected from the Honda Activa 125 when it was launched but it hasn't really set the sales chart on fire as Honda would've expected. It looks similar to its smaller capacity sibling and gets alloy wheels and a disc brake upfront in the top spec version.

Vespa (26)_resize

The Piaggio Vespa 125 aims at creating a niche for itself by setting itself apart as a premium scooter. Its international design may seem fetching and its 10.06PS engine may be the most powerful engine in its class but it's really hard to justify the price premium that the Vespa demands.

Who wins the specifications comparison then? Let's find out.

Spec comparo : Mahindra Gusto 125 vs rivals



	Mahindra Gusto 125
Specifications
Engine capacity (cc)	125
Power	8.7PS@7,000rpm
Torque	10Nm@5,500rpm
Weight (Kerb)	(Base variant) 119kg (Top variant) 123kg
0-60kmph	NA
Top Speed	NA
Fuel efficiency (Overall)	NA
Dimensions (mm) LxWxH	1825x711x1188
Fuel tank capacity (litres)	6
Saddle height (mm)	770 (upper position) 735 (lower position)
Ground Clearance	165mm
Brakes Front	130mm drum
Brakes rear	130mm drum
Alloy Wheels	No
Tubeless tyres	Yes
Under seat storage (Litres)	NA
Price (ex-Delhi)	TBA



	Suzuki Access
Specifications
Engine capacity (cc)	124
Power	8.7PS@7,000rpm
Torque	9.8Nm@5,000rpm
Weight (Kerb)	112kg
0-60kmph	NA
Top Speed	NA
Fuel efficiency (Overall)	NA
Dimensions (mm) LxWxH	1,780x650x1,125
Fuel tank capacity (litres)	6
Saddle height (mm)	780mm
Ground Clearance	160mm
Brakes Front	120mm drum
Brakes rear	120mm drum
Alloy Wheels	No
Tubeless tyres	Yes
Under seat storage (Litres)	20 Litres
Price (ex-Delhi)	Rs 50,525



	Honda Activa 125
Specifications
Engine capacity (cc)	124.9
Power	8.6PS@6,500rpm
Torque	10.12Nm@5,000rpm
Weight (Kerb)	110kg
0-60kmph	9.8s
Top Speed	89kmph
Fuel efficiency (Overall)	57.9kmpl
Dimensions (mm) LxWxH	1,814x704x1151
Fuel tank capacity (litres)	5.3
Saddle height (mm)	765mm
Ground Clearance	155mm
Brakes Front	130mm drum(STD)/190mm disc (DLX)
Brakes rear	130mm drum (STD)/130mm drum (DLX)
Alloy Wheels	On DLX version
Tubeless tyres	Yes
Under seat storage (Litres)	NA
Price (ex-Delhi)	Rs 55,689 (STD)
	Rs 61,857 (DLX)


	Vespa 125
Specifications
Engine capacity (cc)	125
Power	10.06PS@7,500rpm
Torque	10.60Nm@6,000rpm
Weight (Kerb)	114kg
0-60kmph	NA
Top Speed	NA
Fuel efficiency (Overall)	NA
Dimensions (mm) LxWxH	1,770x690x1140
Fuel tank capacity (litres)	7.8
Saddle height (mm)	NA
Ground Clearance	155mm
Brakes Front	200mm ventilated disc
Brakes rear	140mm drum
Alloy Wheels	Yes
Tubeless tyres	Yes
Under seat storage (Litres)	NA
Price (ex-Delhi)	Rs 82,958