1974 Morgan 33 vs 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 — Comparison
1974 Morgan 33
1972 Morgan Out Island 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1974 Morgan 33 | 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Morgan | Morgan |
| Year | 1974–1980 | 1972–1980 |
| Type | Sloop | Ketch |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Charlie Morgan | Charlie Morgan |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 50 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1974 Morgan 33 and 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1974 Morgan 33 is a 1970s design by Morgan from USA, while the 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 is a 1970s offering from Morgan from USA. The 1974 Morgan 33 was penned by Charlie Morgan. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 was designed by Charlie Morgan.
In terms of size, the 1974 Morgan 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 at 12.50m (41.0ft) with a 3.66m beam. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 is 2.44m longer than the 1974 Morgan 33. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 displaces approximately 83% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1974 Morgan 33 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.19 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41, with an SA/D of 15.37 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1974 Morgan 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 has a comfort ratio of 22.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 39.1% for the 1974 Morgan 33 and 38.1% for the 1972 Morgan Out Island 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1974 Morgan 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 227L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.