2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 vs 1976 C&C 33 — Comparison
2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32
1976 C&C 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 | 1976 C&C 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2002–2007 | 1976–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Canada |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.87 m (32.4 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.5 m² (522 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 and 1976 C&C 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1976 C&C 33 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1976 C&C 33 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 measures 9.87m (32.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 1976 C&C 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1976 C&C 33 is 0.19m longer than the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32. The 1976 C&C 33 displaces approximately 1% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.08 and 48.5 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 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The 1976 C&C 33 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 35.6% for the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 and 45.0% for the 1976 C&C 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1976 C&C 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 95L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1976 C&C 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 2002 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32 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.