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Originally Posted by wytstang
Torque is angular force or a twisting motion, it's what moves the crank which is then transferred thought the drive train to the rear wheels.
Horse Power is a measure of power, it's defined as work done in a straight line.
The angular force is what moves the car not the work being done in an up and down motion.
Example: Removing a lug nut from your car requires torque or an angular force. If you put the wrench vertically and stood on it (assuming you could keep your balance of course) would that break the lug nut free? Nope it's not moving.
Torque and Horse power are not the same.
BTW Power=Work/Time; Horse Power is Torque*rpm/5252
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What are you talking about???