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Horsepower
Definition
Horsepower (symbol: hp) is a unit of power equal to approximately 745.7 watts.
History/Origin
Developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the output of steam engines to the power of draft horses.
Current Use
Horsepower is commonly used to measure the power output of engines, particularly in automobiles and other vehicles in the United States.
Kilowatts
Definition
A kilowatt (symbol: kW) is a unit of power equal to 1000 watts.
History/Origin
Derived from the watt, which was named after James Watt and became the SI unit of power. The kilowatt uses the prefix 'kilo' to denote one thousand.
Current Use
Kilowatts are used worldwide to measure electrical power consumption and generation. They're also increasingly used to measure vehicle power output.