1975 Columbia 34 Mk II vs 1992 Moody 41 — Comparison
1992 Moody 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II | 1992 Moody 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Columbia | Moody |
| Year | 1975–1980 | 1992–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Designer | William Crealock | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.5 m² (501 ft²) | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 360 L (95.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II and 1992 Moody 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II is a 1970s design by Columbia from USA, while the 1992 Moody 41 is a 1990s offering from Moody from UK. The 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II was penned by William Crealock. The 1992 Moody 41 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II measures 10.36m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 1992 Moody 41 at 12.50m (41.0ft) with a 3.86m beam. The 1992 Moody 41 is 2.14m longer than the 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II. The 1992 Moody 41 displaces approximately 88% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.71 and 46.5 m² of sail area. The 1992 Moody 41, with an SA/D of 15.53 and 70.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.70). The 1992 Moody 41 has a comfort ratio of 20.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II and 38.8% for the 1992 Moody 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 1992 Moody 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 360L water and 180L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II 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 1975 Columbia 34 Mk II has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1992 Moody 41 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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