Cub Cadet 1604 vs Simplicity 5116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Simplicity 5116 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 5116.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 182 kg for the Simplicity 5116.
- The Cub Cadet 1604 has the wider mower deck: 38" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1604 | Simplicity 5116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 16 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1986 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 290 kg | 182 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 111 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 168 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 36" |