How Much Horsepower Does the CIIMO Have?
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The CIIMO has a maximum horsepower of 140 (Ps), a maximum power output of 103 (KW), and a maximum power speed of 6300 (rpm). Categories of Automobile Horsepower: Horsepower is divided into metric horsepower and imperial horsepower. Generally, it refers to metric horsepower rather than imperial horsepower. One horsepower is equal to the work done in one second to lift 75 kilograms by one meter, also equivalent to 0.735 kilowatts, or metric horsepower. One imperial horsepower equals 550 foot-pounds per second, equivalent to 76 kilogram-meters per second, or 0.746 kilowatts. In China's legal units of measurement, the unit of power is the watt. Metric Horsepower: Metric horsepower, also known as meter horsepower, is entirely a man-made definition, set to a value very close to imperial horsepower. One metric horsepower is defined as the work done in one second to lift 75 kilograms by one meter. That is: 1 metric horsepower = 75 kilogram-meters/second = 735 watts. Imperial Horsepower: The concept of the horsepower unit was named by James Watt, the improver of the steam engine, to represent the power of his steam engine relative to the pulling power of horses. It is defined as "the power of a horse that can pull 33,000 pounds at a speed of one foot per minute," with the standard units being watts (W) or kilowatts (kW).
The Civic I bought is the 1.5T version, delivering around 182 horsepower. The acceleration is quite impressive, with no sluggishness when starting in the city, and it handles highway overtaking with ease. As an owner, I mainly use it for daily commuting and weekend trips, and the power is more than sufficient. The fuel consumption is also reasonable, averaging about 7 liters per 100 kilometers. The Honda engine is known for its reliability, and maintenance is straightforward—just regular oil changes. After driving it for over a year, I haven’t encountered any issues, and the power response remains consistently stable. I chose this car for its balance—ample power without being overly aggressive, making it easy for beginners to handle.
