2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 vs 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 — Comparison
2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40
2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 | 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Fountaine Pajot | Fountaine Pajot |
| Year | 2021 | 2019 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Berret-Racoupeau | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.93 m (39.1 ft) | 20.04 m (65.7 ft) |
| LWL | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) | 19.20 m (63.0 ft) |
| Beam | 6.63 m (21.8 ft) | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.18 m (3.9 ft) | 1.72 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) | 34,000 kg (74,957 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) | 230.0 m² (2,476 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 1500 L (396.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 2000 L (528.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 12 |
| Cabins | 4 | 6 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 and 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 is a modern design by Fountaine Pajot from France, while the 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 is a modern offering from Fountaine Pajot from France. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 was penned by Berret-Racoupeau. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 measures 11.93m (39.1ft) overall with a beam of 6.63m, compared to the 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 at 20.04m (65.7ft) with a 9.80m beam. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 is 8.11m longer than the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 displaces approximately 282% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.50 and 74.0 m² of sail area. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67, with an SA/D of 22.25 and 230.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 8.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.28). The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 has a comfort ratio of 6.6 and a capsize screening value of 1.21. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 and 0.0% for the 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L of water capacity and 340L of fuel. The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 offers 12 berths in 6 cabins with 2000L water and 1500L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 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 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2019 Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.