Moto Guzzi V 50 II vs Gilera Saturno 500 (1992)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V 50 IIstacks up against the Gilera Saturno 500. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V 50 IIGilera Saturno 500
Model year19801992
Price
Engine490 cc492 cc
Horsepower39 hp38 hp
Fuel capacity4.2 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-18 / 100/90-18 110/17-17 / 140/70-17

Moto Guzzi V 50 II vs Gilera Saturno 500 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V 50 II and the Gilera Saturno 500 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V 50 II brings 39 hp, while the Gilera Saturno 500 counters with 38 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: