2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp vs 2021 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E
The XXS is the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E size closest to your 49 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp. 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 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E
Compared with the Specialized Allez Sprint Comp in 49, the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E in XXS places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 4 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 15 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −4 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +15 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.3°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Allez Sprint Comp, 49Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E, XXSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Sprint Comp 49 | Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E XXS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375mm | 371 | −4 mm |
| Stack | 502mm | 500 | −2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 71 | −1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 519mm | 510 | −9 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 408 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 959mm | 974 | +15 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 66 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 732.3mm | 688 | −44 mm |
| Seat tube length | 460mm | 440 | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 371 | +3 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 105 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E minus the Specialized Allez Sprint Comp. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp, 2021 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Sprint CompMerida SCULTURA TEAM-E
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 Sprint CompComp | Merida SCULTURA TEAM-ETEAM-E |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano Dura Ace disc Di2 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000, Shimano 105 R7000 GS | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano CS-9100 |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | Shimano CN-HG901-11 |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | METRON 40 Clincher TL Disc |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Continental Grand Prix 5000 |
| Brake | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | SCRATCH M5 |
| Frame | not listed | Merida SCULTURA DISC CF4 |
| Fork | not listed | SCULTURA CF4 disc |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano RT900 |
| Handlebar | not listed | FSA K-FORCE COMPACT |
| Stem | not listed | K-Force Light 2.0 |
| Grips | not listed | One-Touch |
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