John Deere 120 vs Simplicity 5212
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 120 and the Simplicity 5212 deliver the same power: 12 HP.
- The Simplicity 5212 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1970 for the John Deere 120.
- The John Deere 120 is heavier: 333 kg versus 168 kg for the Simplicity 5212.
- The Simplicity 5212 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 120 | Simplicity 5212 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12 HP | 12 HP |
| Production years | 1970–1971 | 1987 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 333 kg | 168 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 116 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 171 cm | 168 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |