Moto Guzzi Alce vs Ardie Silberpfeil (1945)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Alcestacks up against the Ardie Silberpfeil. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi AlceArdie Silberpfeil
Model year19451931
Price
Engine500 cc500 cc
Horsepower13 hp18 hp
Weight179 kg
Fuel capacity3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Moto Guzzi Alce vs Ardie Silberpfeil — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Alce and the Ardie Silberpfeil usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Alce brings 13 hp in a 179 kg package, while the Ardie Silberpfeil counters with 18 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: