Watt to Horsepower Converter
Watt Definition
SI derived unit of power, equal to one joule per second.
History/Origin
Named after James Watt.
Current Use
Common unit for electrical power.
Horsepower Definition
Mechanical horsepower ≈ 745.7 watts.
History/Origin
Coined by James Watt to compare steam engines to draft horses.
Current Use
Widely used in the automotive industry.