Cub Cadet 1604 vs Simplicity 6516

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604

Cub Cadet 1604

16 HP · 1985–1986

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Simplicity 6516

Simplicity 6516

16 HP · 1988–1989

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1604 and the Simplicity 6516 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Simplicity 6516 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1985 for the Cub Cadet 1604.
  • The Cub Cadet 1604 is heavier: 290 kg versus 219 kg for the Simplicity 6516.
  • The Simplicity 6516 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604Simplicity 6516
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19861988–1989
FuelGasolineElectric
Cylinders22
Weight290 kg219 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 1—
Wheelbase111 cm122 cm
Length182 cm170 cm
Mower deck38"42"

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