I am about to get a new set tires and decided to go for a 205/70/14 whitewall tire but have been advised by my local tire specialist that the prefered rim width for this tire is 6.5" and I have the original 14x6 steel rims. I was talked out of the 215/70/14 because they advised that it was too spongy around corners.

I have sourced 14x6.5 steel rims at a MB restorers at AU$30.00 each but they advised that its not a necessary exercise to replace the originals as the 205/70/14 will be okay on them.

I also sourced a set of the 14x6.5 alloys at AU$100.00 each in fair condition but I would have to get them refinished. I also kinda like the original looks with the hubcaps. Would the alloys make a dramatic difference in performance/feel?

Can you please advise. . .