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Originally Posted by Old Tele man
MASS = crumple-zone ( + ).
...but, also:
MASS = inertia ( - ).
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Mass ≠ crumple zone.
Space = crumple zone.
Crumple zone = undriveable wreck after accident = perceived danger.
Mass = unreasoned response to irrational fear of small cars. Well, that and a smoother ride.
Since mass doesn't absorb energy, I can't support considering it a safety "feature."