I have sailed both and the 16 is a bit faster. However I have been sailing
the getaway for the past 2-3 years in Pamlico Sound and it is fantastic,
especially for a group. Kids on the front tramp really get hooked, the
full batten main is excellent as well as the roller furling jib. I have
soloed them up to something less then 20 kts with no problems. Very
controllable.

Good luck!