2011 Specialized Tarmac Elite vs 2012 Specialized Allez Compact
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Allez Compact
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- −35 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Tarmac Elite numbers we have for size 61 are missing the reach and stack. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Elite 61 | Specialized Allez Compact 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head tube angle | 74° | 73° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5° | 73.5° | +1.0° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 405mm | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1013mm | 978mm | −35 mm |
| Standover | 857mm | 798mm | −59 mm |
| Seat tube length | 580mm | 510mm | −70 mm |
| Head tube length | 230mm | 145mm | −85 mm |
| Reach | not listed | 385mm | |
| Stack | not listed | 548mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Compact minus the Specialized Tarmac Elite. Full charts: 2011 Specialized Tarmac Elite, 2012 Specialized Allez Compact.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac EliteSpecialized Allez Compact
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 Tarmac EliteElite Apex | Specialized Allez CompactCompact |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Apex | Shimano 2300 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Apex | Shimano 2300 |
| Cassette | SRAM Apex | Shimano HG50 |
| Chain | KMC X10 CP | KMC Z51 |
| Crankset | SRAM S100 | Shimano 2300 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Comp | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Rim | Mavic CXP22 | Alex Rims S480 |
| Brake | SRAM Apex | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Comp-Set | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | Specialized Riva |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Tarmac |
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