Moto Guzzi Cardellino 65 Turismo vs Yamaha RD 80 LC (1982)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Cardellino 65 Turismostacks up against the Yamaha RD 80 LC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Cardellino 65 TurismoYamaha RD 80 LC
Model year19611982
Price
Engine64 cc79 cc
Horsepower10 hp
Torque1 Nm
Weight55 kg78 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. single sliding piston caliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Moto Guzzi Cardellino 65 Turismo vs Yamaha RD 80 LC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Cardellino 65 Turismo and the Yamaha RD 80 LC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Cardellino 65 Turismo brings its published horsepower in a 55 kg package, while the Yamaha RD 80 LC counters with 10 hp at 78 kg.

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: