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A compact chainset allows you to fit smaller chainrings on a road double chainset, typically 50/34 compared to standard road doubles that were traditionally 52/42 but these days 53/39. Otherwise you'd need a triple or something like the old TA Cyclotouriste chainset.
So tell us more about this frame of yours. Maybe post a picture. From what you say, you must definitely ride it.