2012 Specialized Venge SRAM vs 2014 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld
The 580.0 is the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld size closest to your 61.0 Specialized Venge SRAM. 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 Venge SRAM in 61.0, the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld in 580.0 places the top of the head tube 8 mm lower and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −8 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −10 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Venge SRAM, 61.0Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld, 580.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge SRAM 61.0 | Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld 580.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 407mm | 402mm | −5 mm |
| Stack | 614mm | 606mm | −8 mm |
| Head tube angle | 74° | 73.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5° | 73° | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 407mm | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1013mm | 1003mm | −10 mm |
| Standover | 860mm | 836mm | −24 mm |
| Seat tube length | 577mm | 540mm | −37 mm |
| Head tube length | 210mm | 205mm | −5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld minus the Specialized Venge SRAM. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Venge SRAM, 2014 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge SRAMSpecialized 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 Venge SRAMS-Works SRAM RED | Specialized Allez E5 SmartweldSmartweld |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Red DoubleTap | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM Red | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM RED | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X10 SL | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval Rapide SL 45 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM RED | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized S-Works Pro-Set | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Venge FACT | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin Evo Expert | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized Tarmac Comp |
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