Cessna 150L vs Socata Rallye
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna 150L
- For sale now
- 37
- Median asking
- $48,000
- Range
- $30,600–$83,463
- Model years available
- 1970–1974
Socata Rallye
- For sale now
- 9
- Model years available
- 1962–1977
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Cessna 150L | Socata Rallye |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 464 | 5 |
| Serious | 56 | 0 |
| Fatal | 81 | 3 |
| Fatalities | 123 | 7 |
| % Fatal | 17% | 60% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 150L | Socata Rallye |
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| Price Range | $30,600 – $83,463 | $10,332 – $37,769 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Horsepower | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 97 kts (180 km/h) | 94 kts (174 km/h) |
| Range | 420 nm (778 km) | 460 nm (852 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) | 13,000 ft (3,962 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,600 lbs (726 kg) | 1,695 lbs (769 kg) |
| Useful Load | 530 lbs (240 kg) | 900 lbs (408 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal (98 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 6.0 GPH (23 L/h) | 9.0 GPH (34 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,800 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $25,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $15,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $100 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 150L
Fuel$33/hr
Variable$100/hr
Annual Fixed$15,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$35,000/yr
Socata Rallye
Fuel$50/hr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 150L or Socata Rallye?
Pick the 150L if…
- Faster cruise — 97 kts vs 94 kts.
- More inventory — 37 listings vs 9.
Pick the Rallye if…
- Budget matters — from $10,332 vs $30,600, you save ~$20,268.
- More seats — 4 vs 2.
- Longer range — 460 nm vs 420 nm.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna 150L or Socata Rallye?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 150L cruises at 97 kts with 420 nm range.
The Rallye cruises at 94 kts with 460 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 150L: from $38,000.
Socata Rallye: from $39,137.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 150L and Socata Rallye?
150L engine: CONTINENTAL O-200 (100 hp).
Seats: 2 vs 4.
Cruise: 97 vs 94 kts.
Range: 420 vs 460 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
150L: about $100/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
150L: 2 seats / 530 lb useful load.
Rallye: 4 seats / 900 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
150L: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$25,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data