John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity CFC 16
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity CFC 16: 64 HP versus 16 HP (+48 HP, +300%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1990 for the Simplicity CFC 16.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 290 kg for the Simplicity CFC 16.
- The Simplicity CFC 16 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity CFC 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 1990–1994 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 290 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | — |
| Length | 335 cm | 182 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 46" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity CFC 16?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity CFC 16: 64 HP versus 16 HP (+48 HP, +300%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity CFC 16?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1990 for the Simplicity CFC 16.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity CFC 16?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 290 kg for the Simplicity CFC 16.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity CFC 16?
The Simplicity CFC 16 has the wider mower deck: 46" versus 42".

