In article >, Brent P wrote:
> In article .com>, w_tom wrote:
>> On Feb 13, 1:11 am, "My Name Is Nobody" > wrote:
>>> they are producing 800-1200 ft-lbs of TORQUE!!! It is torque that gets the
>>> load moving, not horsepower.
>>
>> Any engine can be geared to produce that torque. Simply change
>> drive train ratios.
>
> Ride a bicycle and get back to us on that... just try changing the
> gearing and see what happens.
>
> You'll soon find the limiting factor is the torque you put out.

I take that back in part... if you have strong legs you'll start skipping
chain or break something when starting in gear for quicker acceleration.