2015 Specialized Tarmac Comp vs 2015 Specialized Allez Elite
The Specialized Allez Elite size closest to your 54 is the 54. Compare the 54 instead
What changes on the Specialized Allez Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Comp in 54, the Specialized Allez Elite in 61 places the top of the head tube 88 mm higher and 15 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 35 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +88 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +15 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +35 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Comp, 54Specialized Allez Elite, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Comp 54 | Specialized Allez Elite 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 402mm | +15 mm |
| Stack | 543mm | 631mm | +88 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 74° | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 72.5° | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 548mm | 601mm | +53 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 410mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 1013mm | +35 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 67.5mm | −2 mm |
| Standover | 775mm | 844mm | +69 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510mm | 570mm | +60 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 230mm | +90 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Comp. Full charts: 2015 Specialized Tarmac Comp, 2015 Specialized Allez Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac CompSpecialized Allez Elite
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 CompComp | Specialized Allez EliteElite |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | Praxis TURN Zayante | Shimano Tiagra |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum S4 | Specialized AXIS Classic |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Specialized Axis 1.0 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Comp | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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