2012 Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact vs 2014 Specialized Venge HRR
The 61.0 is the Specialized Venge HRR size closest to your 610.0 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 Venge HRR
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact in 610.0, the Specialized Venge HRR in 61.0 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −6 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact, 610.0Specialized Venge HRR, 61.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact 610.0 | Specialized Venge HRR 61.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 408mm | 407mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 612mm | 614mm | +2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5° | 72.5° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 410mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1019mm | 1013mm | −6 mm |
| Standover | 850mm | 860mm | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 580mm | 577mm | −3 mm |
| Head tube length | 230mm | 210mm | −20 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge HRR minus the Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-Compact, 2014 Specialized Venge HRR.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Comp Mid-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 Tarmac Comp Mid-CompactComp Mid-Compact | Specialized Venge HRRS-Works RED HRR |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | SRAM RED 22 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105, Shimano Ultegra | SRAM RED 22 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | SRAM RED 22 |
| Chain | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM RED22 |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss Axis 3.0 | Roval Rapide CLX 60 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Elite | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano 105, Shimano Ultegra | SRAM RED |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Comp-Set | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin | Specialized Romin Evo |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized S-Works Venge |
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