John Deere 65 vs Simplicity 325
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 65 and the Simplicity 325 deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1973 for the Simplicity 325.
- The Simplicity 325 is heavier: 126 kg versus 122 kg for the John Deere 65.
- The John Deere 65 has the wider mower deck: 28" versus 26".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 65 | Simplicity 325 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1978–1983 | 1973–1974 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 122 kg | 126 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 105 cm |
| Length | — | 147 cm |
| Mower deck | 28" | 26" |