2012 Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact vs 2014 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld
The 520.0 is the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld size closest to your 490.0 Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-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 Allez E5 Smartweld
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact in 490.0, the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld in 520.0 places the top of the head tube 19 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +19 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- +0.8°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact, 490.0Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld, 520.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact 490.0 | Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld 520.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 385mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 504mm | 523mm | +19 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 73° | +0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 74° | −1.5° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 970mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 777mm | +47 mm |
| Seat tube length | 460mm | 480mm | +20 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 120mm | +20 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld minus the Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact, 2014 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-CompactSpecialized Allez E5 Smartweld
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 Comp Mid-CompactComp Mid-Compact | Specialized Allez E5 SmartweldSmartweld |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105, Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss Axis 3.0 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Elite | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano 105, Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Comp-Set | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized Tarmac Comp |
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