In article ews.net,
Doctor Drivel wrote:
You have to take into account the total weight of the vehicle. IC
engines, transmissions an fuel tanks are bulky and heavy with knock ons
like heavier suspension, bigger stronger bodies, etc. The new
Mitsubishi, to be launched ion Japan in about 3 to 4 years, has an
electric motor in wheel hub setup. The total weight of the car is less
vs. the IC equiv, giving the designer greater licence.

Indeed. Until you fit it with batteries capable of giving a 500 mile range
at 70+ mph.

If all you want is a short range town car all these weight savings can be
incorporated in an IC design too. Just how much do you think a powerful
motor bike power unit weighs?

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