John Deere 100 vs Simplicity 4108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 100 and the Simplicity 4108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Simplicity 4108 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
- The Simplicity 4108 is heavier: 219 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
- The Simplicity 4108 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 100 | Simplicity 4108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1978 | 1976–1979 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 176 kg | 219 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 149 cm | 159 cm |
| Mower deck | 34" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 100 or the Simplicity 4108?
The John Deere 100 and the Simplicity 4108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 100 or the Simplicity 4108?
The Simplicity 4108 is the more recent model: production started in 1976, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 100 or the Simplicity 4108?
The Simplicity 4108 is heavier: 219 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 100 or the Simplicity 4108?
The Simplicity 4108 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".