Vetotyyppinen
vetotyyppinen is a Finnish adjective that translates to "all-wheel drive" or "four-wheel drive" in English. It describes a type of vehicle drivetrain where power is delivered to all four wheels simultaneously. This contrasts with two-wheel drive vehicles, which only power either the front or rear wheels.
The primary advantage of a vetotyyppinen system is improved traction. By distributing power to all wheels,
Vetotyyppinen systems can be broadly categorized into permanent all-wheel drive and selectable four-wheel drive. Permanent systems
While beneficial for traction, vetotyyppinen systems can sometimes lead to slightly reduced fuel efficiency compared to