The Italian make of car referred to in the crossword solution is FIAT, a four-letter word. FIAT is an Italian automobile manufacturer founded in 1899 and headquartered in Turin, Italy. It is one of the largest car makers in Europe and is known for producing small cars, vans, and commercial vehicles. FIAT has a long history of producing iconic models such as the 500, Panda, and Punto. FIAT has also been involved in motorsport, with its Abarth brand producing some of the most successful rally cars of all time.