Difference between Single Plate Clutch and Multi-Plate Clutch:

What is Multi-Plate Clutch?

A multi-plate clutch uses multiple discs in a series or parallel arrangement to transmit power from the engine to the transmission.

A single plate clutch uses one large disc to frictionally connect and transmit power from the engine to the transmission.

A multi-plate clutch has more than one clutch plate.
This type of clutch is used in racing cars and other sports cars.
A multi-plate clutch transmits more power.
It also allows for quicker gear changes.
Multi-plate clutches are expensive.
Multi-plate clutches tend to distribute the wear over multiple surfaces, which increases the life of the clutch.
Multi-plate clutches are also better at transmitting torque, making them ideal for high-performance cars.

A single plate clutch uses a friction disc to transfer power from the engine to the transmission. A multi-plate clutch uses several discs (usually two or three) that are stacked on top of each other and rotated together.
Multi-plate clutches are complex to manufacture than single plate clutches.
A multi-plate clutch can handle more torque than a single plate clutch.
Multi-plate clutches offer superior performance and longevity because they can dissipate heat more effectively than single plate clutch.
Multi-plate clutches also tend to be smoother than a single plate clutch.
Multiple plate clutch has more power-transferring capabilities than single plate clutch.
Multiple plates can grip the input shaft more tightly, which prevents slippage. Multi-plate clutches are also less likely to slip if they become wet compared to a single plate clutch.