| Attribute | Hercules 211 1950 × | Moto Guzzi Cardellino 73 1959 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1950 | 1959 |
| Make | Hercules | Moto Guzzi |
| Model | Hercules 211 | Moto Guzzi Cardellino 73 |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor. DellÓrto |
| Displacement (cm³) | 98 | 73 |
| Power (kw) | 1.6 | - |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 48 | 42 |
| Stroke (mm) | 52 | 46 |
| Clutch | - | Wet multiplate |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Rigid | - |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 2.50-26 | - |
| Rear tyre | 2.50-26 | - |
| Seat | Single | Single seat |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 68 | 55 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0235 | - |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 60 | 70 |