1983 Irwin 32 vs 1983 Freedom 36 — Comparison
1983 Freedom 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1983 Irwin 32 | 1983 Freedom 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Irwin | Freedom |
| Year | 1983–1988 | 1983–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Ted Irwin | Garry Hoyt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.0 m² (441 ft²) | 49.0 m² (527 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 190 L (50.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1983 Irwin 32 and 1983 Freedom 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1983 Irwin 32 is a 1980s design by Irwin from USA, while the 1983 Freedom 36 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The 1983 Irwin 32 was penned by Ted Irwin. The 1983 Freedom 36 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
In terms of size, the 1983 Irwin 32 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the 1983 Freedom 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.51m beam. The 1983 Freedom 36 is 1.22m longer than the 1983 Irwin 32. The 1983 Freedom 36 displaces approximately 23% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1983 Irwin 32 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.27 and 41.0 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 1983 Freedom 36 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1983 Irwin 32 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1983 Freedom 36 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 1983 Irwin 32 and 37.0% for the 1983 Freedom 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1983 Irwin 32 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The 1983 Freedom 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 190L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1983 Irwin 32 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 1983 Freedom 36 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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