Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs 1979 Westerly Fulmar — Comparison
1979 Westerly Fulmar
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | 1979 Westerly Fulmar |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Westerly |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 1979–1986 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 8.00 m (26.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 136 L (35.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 1979 Westerly Fulmar represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1979 Westerly Fulmar is a 1970s offering from Westerly from UK. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the 1979 Westerly Fulmar at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is 0.21m longer than the 1979 Westerly Fulmar. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i displaces approximately 2% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of sail area. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar, with an SA/D of 12.53 and 36.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1979 Westerly Fulmar has a comfort ratio of 22.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 36.4% for the 1979 Westerly Fulmar, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 136L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1979 Westerly Fulmar 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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.
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