Re: Open Beta Release 1408 (Updated 9th Aug 2014)
zeussy wrote:
We are splitting a difference between AWD and 4WD. Most/all 4WD systems before the quattro did not have a centre diff. They just either locked the transfer case into 4WD (4H, 4L), or ran in 2WD. That setup was common on Land rovers, Jeeps, etc. And as it lacked a centre diff, it should not be used on the road.
This motortrend articles describes it pretty well http://www.motortrend.com/features/consumer/1105_4wd_vs_awd/viewall.html
I see, but in that case why not have 4WD in 1980, as it's the year the Quattro was lauched ? the restrictions are too limitative, it's like no 4-speed gearbox in 1948, why ? the 2CV had a 4-speed gearbox back then. It just limits designs that really existed.