Matching a modified vee Fisher 1600 2007 against a deep vee Fisher V1466 Riveted Deep V 2008 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Fisher 1600 2007 at 16,0 ft versus Fisher V1466 Riveted Deep V 2008 at 14,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Fisher 1600 2007 tips the scales at 892 lbs — 637 lbs more than the Fisher V1466 Riveted Deep V 2008 at 255 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 50 hp, the Fisher 1600 2007 has a 25-hp advantage over the Fisher V1466 Riveted Deep V 2008's 25-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 4 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Fisher V1466 Riveted Deep V 2008 comes in at 10 lbs per hp versus 18 lbs per hp for the Fisher 1600 2007. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Fisher 1600 2007 and its 50-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Fisher V1466 Riveted Deep V 2008 with its 25-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.