darklordoftech said:
http://boards.theforce.net/threads/rebels-stylized-stormtroopers-inspired-by-1977-1979-action-figure-comics.50018390/
This is an interesting observation.
But not all that surprising. The entire show is taking inspiration from the early pre-ESB era. Heck they've even confirmed that the show is going to have the awesome Imperial Troop Carrier toy as a real vehicle.