In article m,
Martin Underwood wrote:
I'm comparing two engines with the same rated power and almost identical
capacities. The diesel has a torque that peaks to a higher level than the
petrol and at a lower engine speed. That sounds like a good example of
higher torque at lower engine revs - a common feature of diesel engines.

Try comparing a petrol turbo with a diesel turbo - that's fairer.

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Dave Plowman London SW 12
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