1976 Albin Vega vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
1976 Albin Vega
2016 Dehler 30 OD
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1976 Albin Vega | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Albin | Dehler |
| Year | 1976–1982 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Germany |
| Designer | Per Brohall | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.24 m (27.0 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.27 m (20.6 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.46 m (8.1 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,050 kg (2,315 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 26.5 m² (285 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 40 L (10.6 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1976 Albin Vega and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1976 Albin Vega is a 1970s design by Albin from Sweden, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The 1976 Albin Vega was penned by Per Brohall. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 1976 Albin Vega measures 8.24m (27.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.46m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is 1.21m longer than the 1976 Albin Vega. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD displaces approximately 54% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1976 Albin Vega has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.02 and 26.5 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1976 Albin Vega offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 43.8% for the 1976 Albin Vega and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1976 Albin Vega provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 50L of water capacity and 40L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1976 Albin Vega 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.