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1. Fulda SportControl 2 Lowcost2. Federal Evoluzion ST-1 Lowcost
Comparison: Fulda SportControl 2 vs. Federal Evoluzion ST-1
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The comparison below analyses test results and measured performance of two summer tyres: the Fulda SportControl 2 and the Federal Evoluzion ST-1. Using available test data (Autobild and Autobild 2019) we summarise where each tyre excels, where it falls short, and declare which tyre performs better overall in independent test line-ups.
Quick headline: the Fulda SportControl 2 clearly outperforms the Federal Evoluzion ST-1 in the published tests, scoring 69% vs 36% in our ratings and finishing higher in Autobild test rankings (12th vs 24th out of 53).
Test summary and positions
- Autobild (53 tyres tested): Fulda SportControl 2 — position 12; Federal Evoluzion ST-1 — position 24.
- Autobild 2019 notes (Fulda): praised for "ausgewogen sichere Handlingeigenschaften auf nasser Fahrbahn" and low price; criticised for "verlängerte Nassbremswege" and slightly delayed turn-in.
Performance highlights
Fulda SportControl 2 stands out for a balanced package: low exterior noise, good comfort, competitive rolling resistance and reliable behaviour in cross aquaplaning tests. These strengths explain its higher placement in comparative tests and the stronger overall rating.
The Federal Evoluzion ST-1 shows weaker test performance overall. With a considerably lower overall score, it finished further down the ranking in the Autobild test and lacked the specific positive attributes highlighted for the Fulda in available summaries.
Strengths and weaknesses
- Fulda SportControl 2 — Strengths: quiet ride and comfort for a sport-oriented summer tyre; good rolling resistance which helps fuel economy; consistent aquaplaning control in cross-direction tests. Weaknesses: longer wet braking distances than top-ranked rivals and a slightly delayed initial turn-in which reduces sharp steering feel.
- Federal Evoluzion ST-1 — Strengths: offers basic summer tyre performance at a likely lower price point (noted implicitly by lower ranking). Weaknesses: significantly lower overall test score and lower comparative ranking indicate compromises in wet performance, handling precision and possibly noise/comfort or fuel efficiency.
Head-to-head verdict
Across the available tests the Fulda SportControl 2 is the superior choice for drivers prioritising balanced wet handling, lower noise and better rolling resistance. The Fulda’s mid-top placement (12/53) and 69% rating place it clearly ahead of the Federal, which sits near the lower half of the field with a 36% score and 24th place. In direct comparison: choose the Fulda for a safer, more refined all-round summer tyre; the Federal is a budget-oriented option but shows notable performance compromises in the compared tests.
Replacement note: neither tyre record indicates a newer model explicitly replacing it in the provided data.
More detail and specifications: see the tyre pages — Fulda SportControl 2 and Federal Evoluzion ST-1. Manufacturer pages: Fulda manufacturer and Federal manufacturer.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
1. Fulda SportControl 2 11.69
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Fulda SportControl 2 Exemplary
Worst rating in test
1. Fulda SportControl 2 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 | 63.9 | 29 | |||||
| Federal Evoluzion ST-1 | 65 | 29 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 | 34,2 | 31,7 | |||||
| Federal Evoluzion ST-1 | 35,3 | 39,4 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Fulda SportControl 2 | 35,1 | 32 | |||||
| Federal Evoluzion ST-1 | 37 | 33,4 | |||||
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