2019 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E vs 2020 Specialized Allez Sprint
The Specialized Allez Sprint size closest to your ML is the 56.0. Compare the 56.0 instead
What changes on the Specialized Allez Sprint
Compared with the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E in ML, the Specialized Allez Sprint in 49.0 places the top of the head tube 55 mm lower and 19 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 23 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −55 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −19 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −23 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.3°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E, MLSpecialized Allez Sprint, 49.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E ML | Specialized Allez Sprint 49.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 375mm | −19 mm |
| Stack | 557 | 502mm | −55 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5 | 72.25° | −1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 560 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 400 | 405mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 982 | 959mm | −23 mm |
| BB drop | 66 | 69mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 779 | 732.3mm | −47 mm |
| Seat tube length | 540 | 460mm | −80 mm |
| Fork length | 370 | 368mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 155 | 100mm | −55 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 272.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Sprint minus the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E. Full charts: 2019 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E, 2020 Specialized Allez Sprint.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SCULTURA TEAM-ESpecialized 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 TEAM-ETEAM-E | Specialized Allez SprintAllez Sprint Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SCULTURA CF4 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-9100 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X11SL DLC | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] | not listed |
| Tire | Continental Grand Prix 4000s | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Dura Ace C BR-9100 | not listed |
| Handlebar | FSA K-FORCE COMPACT | not listed |
| Stem | FSA OS-99 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida Carbon Team S-Flex | Specialized Allez Sprint |
| Saddle | Prologo Nago Evo CPC | not listed |
Know what is on every bike.
Add your bike to Quiver. Keep its parts, setup, and service history together, then share your build.
Explore the app
