How is engine horsepower calculated?

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Engine horsepower calculation: 1 kilowatt (kW) equals 1.36 horsepower. Below is relevant information about horsepower: Introduction to horsepower: Horsepower is a commonly used unit for measuring power in engineering technology. It is a physical quantity that measures a car's top speed - higher horsepower means higher maximum speed. Torque measures a car's acceleration capability - greater torque means better acceleration performance, indicating more power. Location of horsepower indication in vehicles: Horsepower has been abolished in national statutory measurement units. However, modern cars now use kilowatts to indicate power. Generally, a car's horsepower can be found in the engine compartment on a nameplate that displays information such as weight, engine power, and passenger capacity.