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The high torque starter has a gear reduction which means it can start the engine with a smaller electric motor and most likely fewer amps. It also weighs a bit less. But to be quite honest, unless the one in your car is going out, there isn't an advantage to swapping it out.
Newer cars are going to high torque starters, which are likely cheaper to manufacture, and fit into tight spaces easier. So the availability of parts are better than for the old school starters, making it a favorite of starter rebuilders.
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Originally Posted by jamesqf
I think you missed the point I was trying to make, which is that it's not rational to do either speed or fuel economy mods for economic reasons. You do it as a form of recreation, for the fun and for the challenge.
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