Iran Khodro Paykan

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Iran Khodro Paykan

Iran vs Iran — 1967 vs 1967

Iran Khodro Paykan (1967)
Iran Khodro Paykan (1967)
Specifications
Paykan StandardPaykan Deluxe
Horsepower68 hp68 hp
Torque88 lb-ft92 lb-ft
Engine Size1,725 cc1,725 cc
Top Speed87 mph87 mph
Weight2,315 lbs2,205 lbs
Wheelbase2,440 mm2,489 mm
Length4,200 mm4,267 mm
Value (Excellent)$15,000$10,000
Collectibility6/105/10
Rarity5/103/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Iran Khodro Paykan Standard brings stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1967 Iran Khodro Paykan Deluxe answers with better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Iran Khodro Paykan. The 1967 and 1967 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1967 Iran Khodro Paykan Standard producing 68 hp and the 1967 Iran Khodro Paykan Deluxe delivering 68 hp. The 1967 Iran Khodro Paykan Deluxe claims a higher top speed at 87 mph compared to 87 mph. On the collector market, the 1967 Iran Khodro Paykan Standard commands a significant premium over the 1967 Iran Khodro Paykan Deluxe, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.