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Fuel weight will affect the performance of the car, so fuel economy (thus efficiency) is a competitive advantage. Ways to increase power include: Increasing the engine displacement by one or both of two methods: "boring" - increasing the diameter of the cylinders and pistons, or by "stroking" - using a crankshaft with a greater throw.
Underdrive pulleys increase engine output by reducing the draw of the engine's accessories by slowing them down and reducing the horsepower (HP) they use. Horsepower gains from underdrive pulleys can vary by vehicle, engine, number of accessories and the amount of underdrive (improvements of up to 5–15 HP at the wheels have been seen).
Push-to-pass is a mechanism on a race car which provides the driver with the ability to increase the car's power for short periods, usually via a button on the steering wheel. The system is designed to make overtaking easier, and hence make the sport more exciting to watch.
The way you drive has a significant impact on your car’s longevity, so if you are always racing the engine or driving hard, chances are your car will wear down more quickly than it should.
The advent of concern about fuel economy and emissions had major impacts on engine design. Some of the trade-offs reduced throttle response. Most new cars employ a drive-by-wire system, which includes electronic throttle control and can itself either reduce or increase throttle response (Depending on whether or not it's being employed on a performance car).
Here are 10 tips to make your car last longer and pay less over time. Perform Routine Maintenance Routine maintenance addresses things from minor to major, according to car manufacturer Kia .
For instance, a small car might need only 10–15 horsepower (7.5–11.2 kW) to cruise at 60 mph (97 km/h). It is likely to be geared for 2500 rpm or so at that speed, yet for maximum efficiency the engine should be running at about 1500 rpm (gasoline) or 1200 rpm (diesel) to generate that power as efficiently as possible for that engine ...
Equipped with a 10.5-inch touchscreen display, Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and 138 horsepower, this hybrid combines top-of-the-line technology with eco-friendly performance.