Sailed both and like the 17 better. Faster w/jib and drier. Looks like they had a class,just doesn't say what model,
https://sarasotasailingsquadron.org/activities/sailing/racingevents/invitational-regattas/buzzelli/ If you look for one check the keel/skeg for wear. The local guy that rents them epoxys stainless strips to that area so they don't wear thru.