John Deere 57 vs Simplicity 700
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 57 and the Simplicity 700 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1959 for the Simplicity 700.
- The Simplicity 700 is heavier: 240 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
- The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 57 | Simplicity 700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1971–1974 | 1959–1960 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 147 kg | 240 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 111 cm |
| Mower deck | 34" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity 700?
The John Deere 57 and the Simplicity 700 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity 700?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1959 for the Simplicity 700.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity 700?
The Simplicity 700 is heavier: 240 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity 700?
The John Deere 57 has the wider mower deck: 34" versus 32".
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