2015 Specialized Tarmac Sport vs 2015 Specialized Allez Elite
The 56 is the Specialized Allez Elite size closest to your 56 Specialized Tarmac Sport. 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 Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Sport in 56, the Specialized Allez Elite in 56 places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Sport, 56Specialized Allez Elite, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Sport 56 | Specialized Allez Elite 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 395mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 564mm | 573mm | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 73.25° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 565mm | 568mm | +3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986mm | 988mm | +2 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 795mm | 791mm | −4 mm |
| Seat tube length | 530mm | 520mm | −10 mm |
| Head tube length | 160mm | 170mm | +10 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Sport. Full charts: 2015 Specialized Tarmac Sport, 2015 Specialized Allez Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac SportSpecialized 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 SportSport | Specialized Allez EliteElite |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | Shimano 105 | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer | Shimano Tiagra |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS 2.0 | Specialized AXIS Classic |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Specialized Axis 1.0 | Specialized Axis 1.0 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Comp | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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