John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity 4040
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 4040: 64 HP versus 16 HP (+48 HP, +300%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1972 for the Simplicity 4040.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 589 kg for the Simplicity 4040.
- The Simplicity 4040 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity 4040 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1972 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 589 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 142 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 210 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 60" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 4040?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 4040: 64 HP versus 16 HP (+48 HP, +300%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 4040?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1972 for the Simplicity 4040.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 4040?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 589 kg for the Simplicity 4040.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 4040?
The Simplicity 4040 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 42".