2019 Merida SCULTURA LIMITED vs 2020 Specialized Allez Sprint
The 49.0 is the Specialized Allez Sprint size closest to your XXS Merida SCULTURA LIMITED. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Allez Sprint
Compared with the Merida SCULTURA LIMITED in XXS, the Specialized Allez Sprint in 49.0 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 4 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +4 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −4 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +1.3°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SCULTURA LIMITED, XXSSpecialized Allez Sprint, 49.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SCULTURA LIMITED XXS | Specialized Allez Sprint 49.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 371 | 375mm | +4 mm |
| Stack | 500 | 502mm | +2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 72.25° | +1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 74° | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 510 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 400 | 405mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 963 | 959mm | −4 mm |
| BB drop | 66 | 69mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 691 | 732.3mm | +41 mm |
| Seat tube length | 440 | 460mm | +20 mm |
| Fork length | 370 | 368mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 105 | 100mm | −5 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 272.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Sprint minus the Merida SCULTURA LIMITED. Full charts: 2019 Merida SCULTURA LIMITED, 2020 Specialized Allez Sprint.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SCULTURA LIMITEDSpecialized Allez Sprint
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Merida SCULTURA LIMITEDLIMITED | Specialized Allez SprintAllez Sprint Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SCULTURA CF4 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X11-1 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] | not listed |
| Tire | Continental Grand Sport Race | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized Allez Sprint |
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