Comparison of Hercules 315 1952 and Simson 425 T 1959 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Simson 425 T 1959 × |  Hercules 315 1952 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1959 | 1952 |
| Make | Simson | Hercules |
| Model | Simson 425 T | Hercules 315 |
| Category | Allround | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor. Bing 26mm |
| Displacement (cm³) | 247 | 247 |
| Power (kw) | 8.8 | 8.3 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 68 | 65 |
| Stroke (mm) | 68 | 75 |
| Gearbox | - | 4-speed |
| Ignition | Magneto | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Telescopic |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | Steel | Single tube |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-19 |
| Seat | Single | Two seats |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 140 | 140 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0629 | 0.0593 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 100 | 105 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 12 | 13 |
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