John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity 808
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 808: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1973 for the Simplicity 808.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 188 kg for the Simplicity 808.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity 808 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1973–1974 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 1 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 188 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 112 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 146 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 808?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity 808: 64 HP versus 8 HP (+56 HP, +700%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 808?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1973 for the Simplicity 808.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 808?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 188 kg for the Simplicity 808.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity 808?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 30".