John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity 5116
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 5116: 64 HP versus 16 HP (+48 HP, +300%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 5116.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 182 kg for the Simplicity 5116.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity 5116 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1981–1985 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 182 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 122 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 168 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 5116?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 5116: 64 HP versus 16 HP (+48 HP, +300%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 5116?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1981 for the Simplicity 5116.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 5116?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 182 kg for the Simplicity 5116.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 5116?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 36".