Comparison of Moto Guzzi Alce 1944 and Sunbeam S8 500 1955 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Moto Guzzi Alce 1944 × |  Sunbeam S8 500 1955 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1944 | 1955 |
| Make | Moto Guzzi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Moto Guzzi Alce | Sunbeam S8 500 |
| Category | Allround | Sport touring |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. DellÓrto | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 500 | 487 |
| Power (kw) | 9.6 | 17.5 |
| Cooling system | Air | Oil & air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Bore (mm) | 82 | 70 |
| Stroke (mm) | 88 | 63.5 |
| Fuel control | - | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Clutch | - | Dry singleplate |
| Lubrication system | - | Wet sump |
| Compression | 4.7:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | - | Plungers |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Twin cradle |
| Seat | - | Two single seats |
| Wheels | - | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,455 | 1,400 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 179 | 187 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0536 | 0.0936 |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 13.5 | - |
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