1992 Moody 41 vs 1983 Freedom 36 — Comparison
1992 Moody 41
1983 Freedom 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1992 Moody 41 | 1983 Freedom 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Moody | Freedom |
| Year | 1992–1998 | 1983–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | USA |
| Designer | Bill Dixon | Garry Hoyt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 49.0 m² (527 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 360 L (95.1 gal) | 190 L (50.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1992 Moody 41 and 1983 Freedom 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1992 Moody 41 is a 1990s design by Moody from UK, while the 1983 Freedom 36 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The 1992 Moody 41 was penned by Bill Dixon. The 1983 Freedom 36 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
In terms of size, the 1992 Moody 41 measures 12.50m (41.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the 1983 Freedom 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.51m beam. The 1992 Moody 41 is 1.53m longer than the 1983 Freedom 36. The 1992 Moody 41 displaces approximately 60% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1992 Moody 41 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.53 and 70.0 m² of sail area. The 1983 Freedom 36, with an SA/D of 14.88 and 49.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1992 Moody 41 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1992 Moody 41 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 1983 Freedom 36 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1992 Moody 41 and 37.0% for the 1983 Freedom 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1992 Moody 41 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 360L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The 1983 Freedom 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 190L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1992 Moody 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 1992 Moody 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 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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