Each system does have positives and negatives. In evaluating both systems, it seems that the advantages and disadvantages have a lot to do with the driver's knowledge and skills. For example, a standard transmission can get better fuel mileage from a physical perspective, but if drivers do not use the transmission properly, mileage can suffer. Standard transmissions can also last longer and be cheaper to repair, but the clutch can potentially be destroyed quickly if the driver abuses
Each system does have positives and negatives. In evaluating both systems, it seems that the advantages and disadvantages have a lot to do with the driver's knowledge and skills. For example, a standard transmission can get better fuel mileage from a physical perspective, but if drivers do not use the transmission properly, mileage can suffer. Standard transmissions can also last longer and be cheaper to repair, but the clutch can potentially be destroyed quickly if the driver abuses