Classic cars: These five classics are considered fuel wonders
To save money at the gas station, you don't necessarily need a new car. There are also cool old and young timers that are economical. We present six candidates.
In Cologne, old cars are often criticized for being fuel-hungry vehicles. However, even among popular classic models, there are some true frugal exceptions. The VW Golf I 1.6 Diesel, offered since 1980, already managed to consume around four liters of fuel per 100 kilometers when driven gently. Achieving a spirited driving style is challenging given the modest 54 horsepower from the 54 Saugerr engine.
Similar fuel efficiency can be found in a Renault 4, Fiat Panda, or a Borgward Arabella, all of which manage to consume less than six liters of fuel.
The issue with these classic vehicles is not only their sluggish performance but also their Spartan equipment. Most of them have long since rusted away. In contrast, young cars from the 1990s and early 2000s are more technically advanced and offer significantly more comfort and better driving performance, even with smaller, efficient engines.
The VW Golf I Diesel, for example, reaches its top speed of 140 km/h at the fifth gear. At this point, an Audi A2 or a Mercedes A-Class only shifts into the fifth gear when accelerating at a moderate overall consumption. Among these six particularly frugal youngtimer cars are cost-conscious options.
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