John Deere 1600 Turbo vs Simplicity Champion 20/50
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Champion 20/50: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).
- The Simplicity Champion 20/50 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 327 kg for the Simplicity Champion 20/50.
- The Simplicity Champion 20/50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo | Simplicity Champion 20/50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 64 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2006 | 2006–2009 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 791 kg | 327 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | — |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Wheelbase | 152 cm | 104 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 198 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 50" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Champion 20/50?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is more powerful than the Simplicity Champion 20/50: 64 HP versus 20 HP (+44 HP, +220%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Champion 20/50?
The Simplicity Champion 20/50 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2002 for the John Deere 1600 Turbo.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Champion 20/50?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo is heavier: 1791 kg versus 327 kg for the Simplicity Champion 20/50.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo or the Simplicity Champion 20/50?
The Simplicity Champion 20/50 has the wider mower deck: 50" versus 42".

