Metric Horsepower to Horsepower Converter
Convert metric horsepower (PS) to horsepower (hp)
Result
0.9863200706 hp
Horsepower
1 PS = 0.9863200706 hp
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How to convert metric horsepower to horsepower
One metric horsepower equals 0.9863201 horsepower, so multiply the number of metric horsepower by 0.9863201.
hp = PS × 0.9863201
1 PS = 0.9863201 hp · 1 hp = 1.01387 PS
Worked example
To convert 5 metric horsepower to horsepower: 5 PS × 0.9863201 = 4.9316 hp.
About metric horsepower (PS)
Metric horsepower (PS) is about 735.5 W. Car brochures in India and Europe usually quote PS.
About horsepower (hp)
Mechanical horsepower is about 745.7 W. Engine power in the US and UK is often in hp or bhp.
More conversions
Metric Horsepower to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower are in one metric horsepower?
One metric horsepower equals 0.9863201 horsepower.
How many metric horsepower are in one horsepower?
One horsepower equals 1.01387 metric horsepower.
How do I convert metric horsepower to horsepower?
Use the formula hp = PS × 0.9863201. For example, 5 PS × 0.9863201 = 4.9316 hp.