What Causes Poor Acceleration in Small Cars?

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Reasons for poor acceleration in small cars: clutch slippage and engine intake system malfunction. Clutch Slippage: The main causes of clutch slippage are insufficient friction on the clutch friction plates; shifting gears too early or disengaging gears before the clutch is fully engaged; prolonged driving with the clutch partially engaged or coasting with the clutch pedal depressed; and abnormal wear of the clutch plates caused by abruptly applying throttle when shifting gears or disengaging gears before the operation is fully completed. Engine Intake System Malfunction: In addition to fuel, the engine requires air. If components such as the air filter or throttle become clogged or malfunction, leading to insufficient air intake, the car will experience weak acceleration, slow speed increase, and a jerky sensation.