Comparison of AJS Model 18 500 Statesman 1963 and Gilera Saturno Cross 1956 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Gilera Saturno Cross 1956 × |  AJS Model 18 500 Statesman 1963 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1956 | 1963 |
| Make | Gilera | AJS |
| Model | Gilera Saturno Cross | AJS Model 18 500 Statesman |
| Category | Sport | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. DellÓrto SS38 | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 498.8 | 498 |
| Power (kw) | 27.7 | 20.4 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 84 | 86 |
| Stroke (mm) | 90 | 85.5 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) | - |
| Ignition | - | Bobine |
| Clutch | - | Wet multiplate |
| Compression | 7.1:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | - | Twin shock |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Single cradle |
| Front tyre | 3-21 | 3.25-18 |
| Rear tyre | 4-18 | 3.25-18 |
| Seat | Dual | - |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,400 | 1,397 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 125 | 172 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2216 | 0.1186 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 10 | 16 |
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