Moto Guzzi Nuovo Falcone vs Ardie Silberpfeil (1969)

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

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Nuovo FalconeArdie Silberpfeil
Model year19691931
Price
Engine500 cc500 cc
Horsepower26 hp18 hp
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Moto Guzzi Nuovo Falcone vs Ardie Silberpfeil — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Nuovo Falcone and the Ardie Silberpfeil usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Nuovo Falcone brings 26 hp, 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: