Happy Farmer A 8-16 vs Leader 12-18
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Leader 12-18 is more powerful than the Happy Farmer A 8-16: 20 HP versus 17 HP (+3 HP, +18%).
- The Happy Farmer A 8-16 is the more recent model: production started in 1917, versus 1915 for the Leader 12-18.
- The Leader 12-18 is heavier: 2268 kg versus 1587 kg for the Happy Farmer A 8-16.
Full specs comparison
| Happy Farmer A 8-16 | Leader 12-18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 17 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 1917 | 1915–1921 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Kerosene |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 4.2 L | 6 L |
| Weight | 1 587 kg | 2 268 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 3 / 1 |
| Length | 387 cm | 289 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Happy Farmer A 8-16 or the Leader 12-18?
The Leader 12-18 is more powerful than the Happy Farmer A 8-16: 20 HP versus 17 HP (+3 HP, +18%).
Which is more recent, the Happy Farmer A 8-16 or the Leader 12-18?
The Happy Farmer A 8-16 is the more recent model: production started in 1917, versus 1915 for the Leader 12-18.
Which is heavier, the Happy Farmer A 8-16 or the Leader 12-18?
The Leader 12-18 is heavier: 2268 kg versus 1587 kg for the Happy Farmer A 8-16.