1984 Moody 33 vs 1975 Cal 29 — Comparison
1984 Moody 33
1975 Cal 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1984 Moody 33 | 1975 Cal 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Moody | Cal |
| Year | 1984–1990 | 1975–1981 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | USA |
| Designer | Bill Dixon | Bill Lapworth |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.40 m (4.6 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1984 Moody 33 and 1975 Cal 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1984 Moody 33 is a 1980s design by Moody from UK, while the 1975 Cal 29 is a 1970s offering from Cal from USA. The 1984 Moody 33 was penned by Bill Dixon. The 1975 Cal 29 was designed by Bill Lapworth.
In terms of size, the 1984 Moody 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 1975 Cal 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 2.84m beam. The 1984 Moody 33 is 1.22m longer than the 1975 Cal 29. The 1984 Moody 33 displaces approximately 64% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1984 Moody 33 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.90 and 44.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Cal 29, with an SA/D of 15.99 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1975 Cal 29 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1984 Moody 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1975 Cal 29 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 40.4% for the 1984 Moody 33 and 42.9% for the 1975 Cal 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1984 Moody 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 1975 Cal 29 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1984 Moody 33 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 Cal 29 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1984 Moody 33 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.