2012 Specialized Allez Elite Compact vs 2014 Specialized Venge HRR
The 54.0 is the Specialized Venge HRR size closest to your 54 Specialized Allez Elite Compact. 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 Venge HRR
Compared with the Specialized Allez Elite Compact in 54, the Specialized Venge HRR in 54.0 places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez Elite Compact, 54Specialized Venge HRR, 54.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Elite Compact 54 | Specialized Venge HRR 54.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 386mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 548mm | 544mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 978mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 798mm | 789mm | −9 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510mm | 507mm | −3 mm |
| Head tube length | 145mm | 140mm | −5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge HRR minus the Specialized Allez Elite Compact. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Allez Elite Compact, 2014 Specialized Venge HRR.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Elite CompactSpecialized Venge HRR
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 | Specialized Allez Elite CompactElite Compact | Specialized Venge HRRS-Works RED HRR |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM RED 22 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM RED 22 |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM RED 22 |
| Chain | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM RED22 |
| Crankset | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss Axis 1.0 | Roval Rapide CLX 60 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM RED |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Elite-Set | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | Specialized Romin Evo |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized S-Works Venge |
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