1988 Moody 36 vs 1976 C&C 33 — Comparison
1988 Moody 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Moody 36 | 1976 C&C 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Moody | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1988–1993 | 1976–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | Canada |
| Designer | Bill Dixon | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,700 kg (5,952 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 54.0 m² (581 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Moody 36 and 1976 C&C 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Moody 36 is a 1980s design by Moody from UK, while the 1976 C&C 33 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 1988 Moody 36 was penned by Bill Dixon. The 1976 C&C 33 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 1988 Moody 36 measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.51m, compared to the 1976 C&C 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1988 Moody 36 is 0.91m longer than the 1976 C&C 33. The 1988 Moody 36 displaces approximately 50% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Moody 36 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.29 and 54.0 m² of sail area. The 1976 C&C 33, with an SA/D of 15.57 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1976 C&C 33 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Moody 36 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 1976 C&C 33 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 39.7% for the 1988 Moody 36 and 45.0% for the 1976 C&C 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Moody 36 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 1976 C&C 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 95L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Moody 36 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 1976 C&C 33 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1988 Moody 36 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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